Ingredients
- 500 Grams Tuna FishCut into chunks
- 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil
- 1 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 Sprig Curry Leaves
- 2 Medium Sized onionsFinely Sliced
- 2 Green ChiliesSlit Lengthwise
- 1 Tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 1 Tablespoon Turmeric Powder
- 2 Tablespoon Red Chili Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Coriander Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Fenugreek Seeds (Uluva)
- 1 Cup Grated Coconut
- 1 Cup Water
- to taste Salt
- Fresh Coriander LeavesFor Garnish
Directions
Tips:
- Ensure that the tuna is fresh and of good quality for the best taste.
- Be cautious while adding salt, as the fish and coconut paste may already have some saltiness.
- Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of red chili powder and green chilies according to your preference.
- Taste the curry towards the end and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Please note that the video recipe above does not exactly match the ingredients we used in this article. There are slight differences. You can find more recipe videos on our YouTube channel. Visit @punguskitchen.
Steps
1 Done | Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. |
2 Done | Add curry leaves, sliced onions, and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown. |
3 Done | Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears. |
4 Done | Reduce the heat to low and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Mix well to coat the onions evenly. |
5 Done | In a separate pan, dry roast fenugreek seeds until they turn slightly darker in color. Grind them into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder. |
6 Done | Add the ground fenugreek powder and grated coconut to the pan. Cook for a couple of minutes until the coconut releases its aroma. |
7 Done | Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool down. Once cooled, grind it into a smooth paste using a blender or a food processor. |
8 Done | Return the pan to the heat and add the ground coconut paste. Sauté for a minute. |
9 Done | Pour in water and season with salt. Bring it to a gentle boil. |
10 Done | Add the tuna chunks to the pan and cook for about 10-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and tender. |
11 Done | Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and remove from heat. |